Honorary Recognition Award

The first Honorary Recognition Award was presented at ANA's 1954 biennial convention. Honorary Recognition is one of the highest honors the association can accord. This award is given only to persons who have rendered distinguished service or valuable assistance to the nursing profession, and whose contributions and accomplishments are of national or international significance to nursing.

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